My colors are dark brown and champange. I want my bouquet to be a simple and beautiful light pink to pink floral arrangement. Any ideas will be greatly appreciated!
I am getting married in late October of 2008.?
High quality silks. I'm getting married then too and both from my experience working with weddings and from planning my own this is the best way to go.
Pink flowers are going to be very out of season. You will have a huge markup for imported/hothouse flowers, or you will be extremely limited in your options of flower.
Wait until Easter or right after springtime when the stores like Garden Ridge put their seasonal things on sale. Just browse aisles for tons of pink flowers and accents that catch your eye both in color and shape. Arrange them yourself, or just take them to your florist. Return any unused stems.
Reply:I would do ALL colors of pink roses...that would be a BEAUTIFUL boquet!!
Reply:Sounds lovely. Recently my daughter hosted a huge seminar in Chicago at a top hotel and they used beautiful pink mini orchids. They come on long stems and were in various sizes of vases (square, round, etc.) grounded with clear stones. Simple, but elegant. She brought many of them to me at an apartment where I was staying while my husband was in the hospital and they stayed fresh looking for weeks!
I would think that these could be used alone as for the seminar dinner or with an assortment of fall flowers. Speak with a florist for advise on what to combine with them. I can envision something in white and the champagne color scheme you are using.
We both liked these flowers so much we plan to use them for her wedding.
Congratulations on the upcoming wedding!
Reply:Check out this link of pink bouquets... I LOVE the bouquet with the pink peonies...They are just so soft and elegant....It would be gorgeous!
http://weddings.theknot.com/gallery/gall...
Reply:I can't think of any right now. But, I love your color scheme and the use of the pink in the flowers. Sounds classy and divine.
Have fun planning.
Reply:How about pale purple... I think this would be gorgeous!!!
http://www.fleurishfloral.com/portfolio/...
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Friday, November 13, 2009
Bouquet questions 2 questions?
We’re having a very small casual ceremony only 4 adults and 2 kids in 18 days and I still haven’t picked out the flowers for my bouquet. I’m wearing a pretty floral dress with both bright (almost fuchsia) flowers and soft pink flowers with a sheer black overlay top, very casual.
I want my flowers to match my dress, I know I can get soft pink roses, but what about the bright pink?..what kind of flower is bright pink? …and I don’t want carnations.
Second question…my bridesmaid and my fiancé’s best man are married to each other and the kids (girls) are the only ones left to throw the bouquet to, so I was thinking, If I chose just light pink roses, say about five of them, I could hand one to every girl, keep one for myself for that day and place the other in a book….how does that sound?
Bouquet questions 2 questions?
various roses come in all shades of pink - talk to your florist about maybe do a variety of pink roses - if you want the pale and bright pinks.
I definately like the idea of passing out the flowers - very classy touch to a small wedding.
Reply:A bouquet of mixed white, light pink and dark pink lisianthus. I think the second idea is lovely.
Reply:First question for bright pink flowers - Gerber Daisies beautiful bright pink.......or Tiger Lillies,Stargazers too
Secon question for bouquet throw - Your idea is wonderful.
Reply:You could check with the florist about special-ordering bright pink roses (I've seen the spray-type in florist catalogs), or try bright pink gerbera daisies. They don't have a smell, but they are cheerful and more casual than roses. How about stargazer lilies, which shade from white to bright pink? (Make sure that the florist cuts off the stamens so they don't stain your clothes.) Bright pink orchids are also a possibility.
Go down to the florist RIGHT NOW and see what they have available, or check with an online place like florist.com.
Re the second question: there's no need, particularly for a small wedding, to throw the bouquet. What you propose sounds very sweet. You could even order extra single roses to hand to your girls without having to dismantle your bouquet, if you wanted to. I wish you luck.
Reply:Hi and congratulations!
OK....I had to read your question a couple of times to get it. So you will dismantle your bouquet and give each girl a rose (3 total), keep one, and preserve one. That is a great idea!
My suggestion would be to get to a florist! Unless you want to do your bouquet yourself. I love roses also, so I would stick with roses. For a small bouquet I would go with one shade of pink only (mixed with some greens). Since your dress has some bright flowers in it, I would go with a pale or medium colored pink rose. Go to a florist and see what they can get for you.
Do you want your groom to have a boutonniere? They are usually only around $10.
Good luck!
Reply:i cant answer your first question because i dont know flowers very well
but your second question... your idea of handing out the flowers, sounds really nice and i think the girls will love it
Reply:First of all your dress sounds lovely! For the bright pink i think gerberas will be awesome! they are a gorgeous pink and will look lovely! they are also quite easy to get now..The idea about the roses sounds great! Best of luck! Wish you all the happiness in the future!
Reply:I honestly can't answer your question about the flowers, but I just had to say that your alternative ot the bouquet toss is wonderful!
Reply:Usually the florist will give you a complimentary bouquet to toss...but your idea of giving the roses to the girls is really cute. Another way, and maybe even a cheap way, would be to get a dozen roses from the grocery store the night before. Wrap a few of them in ribbon and let the girls have them for the ceremony. It will make them feel included.
As for your flowers...why don't you do something like in this picture? You can use the roses and gerbera daisies-the gerbera's are wonderful and affordable. http://www.flowersbyanne.com/cgi-bin/lis...
Or you can use the roses with some nice tulips
http://www.flowersbyanne.com/cgi-bin/lis...
I hope that this helps. Good luck to you :)
I want my flowers to match my dress, I know I can get soft pink roses, but what about the bright pink?..what kind of flower is bright pink? …and I don’t want carnations.
Second question…my bridesmaid and my fiancé’s best man are married to each other and the kids (girls) are the only ones left to throw the bouquet to, so I was thinking, If I chose just light pink roses, say about five of them, I could hand one to every girl, keep one for myself for that day and place the other in a book….how does that sound?
Bouquet questions 2 questions?
various roses come in all shades of pink - talk to your florist about maybe do a variety of pink roses - if you want the pale and bright pinks.
I definately like the idea of passing out the flowers - very classy touch to a small wedding.
Reply:A bouquet of mixed white, light pink and dark pink lisianthus. I think the second idea is lovely.
Reply:First question for bright pink flowers - Gerber Daisies beautiful bright pink.......or Tiger Lillies,Stargazers too
Secon question for bouquet throw - Your idea is wonderful.
Reply:You could check with the florist about special-ordering bright pink roses (I've seen the spray-type in florist catalogs), or try bright pink gerbera daisies. They don't have a smell, but they are cheerful and more casual than roses. How about stargazer lilies, which shade from white to bright pink? (Make sure that the florist cuts off the stamens so they don't stain your clothes.) Bright pink orchids are also a possibility.
Go down to the florist RIGHT NOW and see what they have available, or check with an online place like florist.com.
Re the second question: there's no need, particularly for a small wedding, to throw the bouquet. What you propose sounds very sweet. You could even order extra single roses to hand to your girls without having to dismantle your bouquet, if you wanted to. I wish you luck.
Reply:Hi and congratulations!
OK....I had to read your question a couple of times to get it. So you will dismantle your bouquet and give each girl a rose (3 total), keep one, and preserve one. That is a great idea!
My suggestion would be to get to a florist! Unless you want to do your bouquet yourself. I love roses also, so I would stick with roses. For a small bouquet I would go with one shade of pink only (mixed with some greens). Since your dress has some bright flowers in it, I would go with a pale or medium colored pink rose. Go to a florist and see what they can get for you.
Do you want your groom to have a boutonniere? They are usually only around $10.
Good luck!
Reply:i cant answer your first question because i dont know flowers very well
but your second question... your idea of handing out the flowers, sounds really nice and i think the girls will love it
Reply:First of all your dress sounds lovely! For the bright pink i think gerberas will be awesome! they are a gorgeous pink and will look lovely! they are also quite easy to get now..The idea about the roses sounds great! Best of luck! Wish you all the happiness in the future!
Reply:I honestly can't answer your question about the flowers, but I just had to say that your alternative ot the bouquet toss is wonderful!
Reply:Usually the florist will give you a complimentary bouquet to toss...but your idea of giving the roses to the girls is really cute. Another way, and maybe even a cheap way, would be to get a dozen roses from the grocery store the night before. Wrap a few of them in ribbon and let the girls have them for the ceremony. It will make them feel included.
As for your flowers...why don't you do something like in this picture? You can use the roses and gerbera daisies-the gerbera's are wonderful and affordable. http://www.flowersbyanne.com/cgi-bin/lis...
Or you can use the roses with some nice tulips
http://www.flowersbyanne.com/cgi-bin/lis...
I hope that this helps. Good luck to you :)
I have my wedding dress and I no what flowers I want. Should I get wear a veil?(pics)?
If you have veil ideas and hair styles plz let me know what you think would look good, and copy web page sites if you no of anything online. Let me know also what you think of my dress. I'm getting married in an Irish castle.
http://www.ellynnebridal.com/collections...
http://www.1000petals.com/images/winter-...
I have my wedding dress and I no what flowers I want. Should I get wear a veil?(pics)?
I would go with an up-do and a tiara, no veil, or a small veil in back...
Reply:hrrm- what does the back of the dress look like?? is it just a zipper or does it tie up? if it is just a zipper then i would wear a veil that does down to about your elbows. (maybe a two tier one..??) If it ties up and has a fancy back then i wouldn't wear a veil because i would want to show off the fancy back...
cute dress and flowers..
congratulations and best wishes.
http://www.weddingaccents.com/accessorie...
Reply:As a wedding consultant....The pictures show more of a traditional themed wedding, so I would say yes. Here is what you want to think about......How is your hair going to be. Will it be comfortable with a veil? Can I take the veil out and my hair still look okay? Do I know the traditions behind a veil? Do I believe in the traditions behind a veil? Just somethings to thing about.
Good Luck!
Two Hearts for Eternity, Inc. Weddings and Events
Ms.JacQie
Reply:I think that the dress is so elegant and should stand alone. You don't want to detract from a beautiful dress like that - plus the flowers will add more elegance.
Plus, getting married in an irish castle...
DON'T wear a veil. Seriously.
Reply:You could also get come bouquet jewelry/crystals to put into the bouquet to make it sparkle and pretty. Im getting a couple of off ebay, they have alot of different types that you could choose from.
Reply:Yes you should wear a veil. All of them look so pretty!
Congrats, the dress and the flowers are gorgeous.
And an Irish castle? Really? Lucky!
Reply:That is a gorgeous dress! I think a veil would make it even more breath taking.
Reply:I kind of like the no veil look, otherwise maybe a really long one, kind of stiff rather than all soft %26amp; floaty?
Reply:No veil. That dress says enough on its own.
Reply:i would weare one that hangs down the back of the head.
Reply:i think it would look good with your hair up and one of those short veils that stick out a little bit...
Reply:i think YOU should do whatever YOU want it's YOUR big day
http://www.ellynnebridal.com/collections...
http://www.1000petals.com/images/winter-...
I have my wedding dress and I no what flowers I want. Should I get wear a veil?(pics)?
I would go with an up-do and a tiara, no veil, or a small veil in back...
Reply:hrrm- what does the back of the dress look like?? is it just a zipper or does it tie up? if it is just a zipper then i would wear a veil that does down to about your elbows. (maybe a two tier one..??) If it ties up and has a fancy back then i wouldn't wear a veil because i would want to show off the fancy back...
cute dress and flowers..
congratulations and best wishes.
http://www.weddingaccents.com/accessorie...
Reply:As a wedding consultant....The pictures show more of a traditional themed wedding, so I would say yes. Here is what you want to think about......How is your hair going to be. Will it be comfortable with a veil? Can I take the veil out and my hair still look okay? Do I know the traditions behind a veil? Do I believe in the traditions behind a veil? Just somethings to thing about.
Good Luck!
Two Hearts for Eternity, Inc. Weddings and Events
Ms.JacQie
Reply:I think that the dress is so elegant and should stand alone. You don't want to detract from a beautiful dress like that - plus the flowers will add more elegance.
Plus, getting married in an irish castle...
DON'T wear a veil. Seriously.
Reply:You could also get come bouquet jewelry/crystals to put into the bouquet to make it sparkle and pretty. Im getting a couple of off ebay, they have alot of different types that you could choose from.
Reply:Yes you should wear a veil. All of them look so pretty!
Congrats, the dress and the flowers are gorgeous.
And an Irish castle? Really? Lucky!
Reply:That is a gorgeous dress! I think a veil would make it even more breath taking.
Reply:I kind of like the no veil look, otherwise maybe a really long one, kind of stiff rather than all soft %26amp; floaty?
Reply:No veil. That dress says enough on its own.
Reply:i would weare one that hangs down the back of the head.
Reply:i think it would look good with your hair up and one of those short veils that stick out a little bit...
Reply:i think YOU should do whatever YOU want it's YOUR big day
Who gets flowers?
I've got to start interviewing florists soon, and I'm trying to make a list of the flowers I'll need for our wedding. I've got the centerpieces and the bouquets down, but I'm not sure who all is supposed to get a boutineer or corsage. Obviously the groomsmen get boutineers and the mothers get corsages, but who else? I want to have an accurate count so I can figure out my floral budget. Thanks! Oh, and what other arranged bouquets will I need as well? I know I'll need a couple of arrangements for the altar, but what else?
Who gets flowers?
Okay!! Other than your bouquet and the centerpieces on the dinner tables, make sure you have other tables counted as well- if you are doing anything for the buffet table (if you are having one), gift table (ditto), guest book table, etc.
A few arrangements at the altar are nice, also decide if you want to have anything at the end of the pews and if so, are they going to be floral?
Dont'd forget flower petals - for the flower girls (if theyre allowed to drop them), as well as possibly having guests throw them on you (instead of rice, etc.), and possibly decorating tables with them.
For boutonnieres, corsages, and bouquets, you have obviously the bride and groom, then the groomsmen and bridesmaids, and then mothers and fathers. Some people also choose to honor grandparents with corsages/boutonnieres, or any other guests you want to distinguish, such as godparents. It is also very nice to have anyone who is doing something for you in the ceremony, like reading or singing, to have one.
Also decide on if you want flowers or some other topper on your cake.
Oh and if your flower girls arent or cant drop petals, make sure you have something for them - a mini-bouquet or a pomander ball, or something.
And decide if you are planning to throw the bouquet-you may want a smaller, less expensive "tossing" bouquet instead of using your real one if you want to keep/preserve your own.
All of this is optional-you can stick to the bare bones (wedding party and parents) or flesh it out the the rest of this, but there shouldnt be anything I didnt put on the list that is usually done. Don't forget if you want to save money or do things a little differently, you can use silk flowers instead of real ones, you can choose what types of flowers you use-different ones cost A LOT differently, you can have bridesmaids carry candles or flower girls ring bells, etc. You can also get bouquets and boutonnieres made out of swarovski crystals which are really pretty, or you could do non-floral centerpieces (like floating candles, etc). Just some ideas; good luck!!!
Reply:Don't forget the ushers. And congratulations!!!
Reply:You'd be just as married if you had no flowers at all, so the answer is "anyone you'd to whom you'd care to make a gift of flowers." Generally the bride has some sort of bouquet (to later throw) and the groom has some sort of buttonhole blossom. Everything beyond that is really just icing on the cake. If your florist tries to tell you otherwise, tell your florist that Miss Manners says and that he/she is just trying to pad the bill.
Reply:Some brides include the grandparents as well. I think it's a nice gesture.
Good luck
Reply:We did-
Great Aunt (because my grandmothers are passed), his 5 sisters who are not in the wedding, sister's husband not in the wedding, fathers, mothers and the groomsmen and bridesmaids and of coarse us.
Extra- Church flowers- talk to the church about what you need.
Reply:The fathers should get boutineers as well. Otherwise, I think you've got it covered.
Reply:Fathers of the bride and groom should get boutonnieres.
You may want to give boutonnieres and corsages to the grandparents of the bride and groom.
If you or your groom-to-be have godparents you may want to consider giving them boutonnieres and corsages too.
Reply:the florist knows.
Reply:Your bridesmaids, groomsman, the groom and the bride. Then the parents get one, perhaps the grandparents. Don't worry about anyone else.
As far as decorative flowers, I suggest ditching anything that isn't for your reception tables. Flowers are by far one of the biggest wedding rip offs. They cost a lot of money and die. Depending on your church/ceremony site, you may not need additional decor. BTW, I used ProFlowers.com, and they were great.
Reply:The flower girl needs petals. Get a buttonhole for the ring bearer. And the bridesmaids get bouquets.
Reply:A lot of the time bridesmaids get flowers as well. and any other who are in the wedding party like sisters brothers in laws and so forth you really need to know who is going to be part of the ceremony and what not cause they should have flowers and yes your grandparents should have one as well nieces and nephew don't really need then only if they are old enough to have one or ware one
you should also find pictures of flowers and arrangements that you like so you can show the florist what you would like to have
hope this helps and good luck
Reply:A good loving heart is all you need.
Best Wishes
P.S If he comes in late from work and says he had a business meeting.
Make him do 50 push ups and yell out "Yes MAaam" I will obey"
Who gets flowers?
Okay!! Other than your bouquet and the centerpieces on the dinner tables, make sure you have other tables counted as well- if you are doing anything for the buffet table (if you are having one), gift table (ditto), guest book table, etc.
A few arrangements at the altar are nice, also decide if you want to have anything at the end of the pews and if so, are they going to be floral?
Dont'd forget flower petals - for the flower girls (if theyre allowed to drop them), as well as possibly having guests throw them on you (instead of rice, etc.), and possibly decorating tables with them.
For boutonnieres, corsages, and bouquets, you have obviously the bride and groom, then the groomsmen and bridesmaids, and then mothers and fathers. Some people also choose to honor grandparents with corsages/boutonnieres, or any other guests you want to distinguish, such as godparents. It is also very nice to have anyone who is doing something for you in the ceremony, like reading or singing, to have one.
Also decide on if you want flowers or some other topper on your cake.
Oh and if your flower girls arent or cant drop petals, make sure you have something for them - a mini-bouquet or a pomander ball, or something.
And decide if you are planning to throw the bouquet-you may want a smaller, less expensive "tossing" bouquet instead of using your real one if you want to keep/preserve your own.
All of this is optional-you can stick to the bare bones (wedding party and parents) or flesh it out the the rest of this, but there shouldnt be anything I didnt put on the list that is usually done. Don't forget if you want to save money or do things a little differently, you can use silk flowers instead of real ones, you can choose what types of flowers you use-different ones cost A LOT differently, you can have bridesmaids carry candles or flower girls ring bells, etc. You can also get bouquets and boutonnieres made out of swarovski crystals which are really pretty, or you could do non-floral centerpieces (like floating candles, etc). Just some ideas; good luck!!!
Reply:Don't forget the ushers. And congratulations!!!
Reply:You'd be just as married if you had no flowers at all, so the answer is "anyone you'd to whom you'd care to make a gift of flowers." Generally the bride has some sort of bouquet (to later throw) and the groom has some sort of buttonhole blossom. Everything beyond that is really just icing on the cake. If your florist tries to tell you otherwise, tell your florist that Miss Manners says and that he/she is just trying to pad the bill.
Reply:Some brides include the grandparents as well. I think it's a nice gesture.
Good luck
Reply:We did-
Great Aunt (because my grandmothers are passed), his 5 sisters who are not in the wedding, sister's husband not in the wedding, fathers, mothers and the groomsmen and bridesmaids and of coarse us.
Extra- Church flowers- talk to the church about what you need.
Reply:The fathers should get boutineers as well. Otherwise, I think you've got it covered.
Reply:Fathers of the bride and groom should get boutonnieres.
You may want to give boutonnieres and corsages to the grandparents of the bride and groom.
If you or your groom-to-be have godparents you may want to consider giving them boutonnieres and corsages too.
Reply:the florist knows.
Reply:Your bridesmaids, groomsman, the groom and the bride. Then the parents get one, perhaps the grandparents. Don't worry about anyone else.
As far as decorative flowers, I suggest ditching anything that isn't for your reception tables. Flowers are by far one of the biggest wedding rip offs. They cost a lot of money and die. Depending on your church/ceremony site, you may not need additional decor. BTW, I used ProFlowers.com, and they were great.
Reply:The flower girl needs petals. Get a buttonhole for the ring bearer. And the bridesmaids get bouquets.
Reply:A lot of the time bridesmaids get flowers as well. and any other who are in the wedding party like sisters brothers in laws and so forth you really need to know who is going to be part of the ceremony and what not cause they should have flowers and yes your grandparents should have one as well nieces and nephew don't really need then only if they are old enough to have one or ware one
you should also find pictures of flowers and arrangements that you like so you can show the florist what you would like to have
hope this helps and good luck
Reply:A good loving heart is all you need.
Best Wishes
P.S If he comes in late from work and says he had a business meeting.
Make him do 50 push ups and yell out "Yes MAaam" I will obey"
How much should a small rose bridesmaid bouquet cost?
I have absolutely no idea what to expect for the cost of the florist for our wedding. I don't even want a lot of flowers, and the bridesmaid's bouquets will just be three large roses tied together with satin. How much would the average florist charge per bouquet? We don't even want floral centerpieces - just tall branches with votive candles hanging off them. I'd just like an idea before we start interviewing florists to get an idea.
Please only answer if you happen to have experience in the floral industry or have planned a wedding before. Thanks :)
How much should a small rose bridesmaid bouquet cost?
It depends on the time of year..For example, around Valentines Day, they will be much more expensive.
Reply:It depends on the florist and also WHEN you buy the flowers. It is cheaper to go through a wholesale florist because they buy directly from the growers, and the flowers are fresher. However, the cost of flowers can vary, depending on timing. For example, my florist told me not to have my consultation until after Valentine's Day, because the weeks leading up to it, the prices of flowers go up (from the growers) but right after they go down. Same thing with Mother's Day. Once my price is quoted and the deposit is paid, it can't go up. But each florist differs...
Anyway, to give you a number, I would't spend more than $20 per bouquet for a three-rose ensemble
Reply:what you need to do is check it out on the computer and get an idea of what roses you want and an idea on how much they cost then go to our florist that you picked and see what they can do for you
Reply:Depending on where you live- what you described would be around $35.
Reply:I was going to get all roses for me and we knocked down the price too 150.
Reply:I would order the centerpieces from a florist, price will vary depending on the size.
Order bulk roses from www.costco.com and make your own bouquets. They come in 125 stems and cost either $189 or $219 depending on the color you order.
You could even make your own bridal bouquet if you wanted and /or use any leftover for rose petals, etc. It is easy. You need florist tape, wire, ribbon, straight pins with pearl embellishment on tip and hairspray. It only takes a few minutes. Google it. You will pay double or triple for such an easy task through a florist.
Reply:I am having bouquets of 6 roses made for my bridesmaids and am paying $45 each for them.
Reply:I paid $65 for cream roses (approx. 8-10 roses) in my bridesmaid's bouquet, and $125 for mine (all roses....probably about 20).
In total we ordered: 2 bouquets (just me and a MOH), 6 boutonnieres, 4 corsages, 2 candelabra pieces for the church, and rose petals for the tables at the reception and flower girl and paid about $500. Hope that helps!!
Reply:It depends on what time of the year you are planning on. If you are planning on getting roses for the bridesmaids around Valentine's Day expect the price to be considerably high.
If you are planning to do it another time of the year that isn't around any other major holiday (flower prices will go up around the holidays) then I would expect you to pay somewhere around $30-$35. You might be better off doing it yourself if you only want 3 roses for the bridesmaids. Get some fabric/ribbon from a craft store and buy a few dozen roses--you can wrap them up the morning of...it'll save you a lot of money.
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Please only answer if you happen to have experience in the floral industry or have planned a wedding before. Thanks :)
How much should a small rose bridesmaid bouquet cost?
It depends on the time of year..For example, around Valentines Day, they will be much more expensive.
Reply:It depends on the florist and also WHEN you buy the flowers. It is cheaper to go through a wholesale florist because they buy directly from the growers, and the flowers are fresher. However, the cost of flowers can vary, depending on timing. For example, my florist told me not to have my consultation until after Valentine's Day, because the weeks leading up to it, the prices of flowers go up (from the growers) but right after they go down. Same thing with Mother's Day. Once my price is quoted and the deposit is paid, it can't go up. But each florist differs...
Anyway, to give you a number, I would't spend more than $20 per bouquet for a three-rose ensemble
Reply:what you need to do is check it out on the computer and get an idea of what roses you want and an idea on how much they cost then go to our florist that you picked and see what they can do for you
Reply:Depending on where you live- what you described would be around $35.
Reply:I was going to get all roses for me and we knocked down the price too 150.
Reply:I would order the centerpieces from a florist, price will vary depending on the size.
Order bulk roses from www.costco.com and make your own bouquets. They come in 125 stems and cost either $189 or $219 depending on the color you order.
You could even make your own bridal bouquet if you wanted and /or use any leftover for rose petals, etc. It is easy. You need florist tape, wire, ribbon, straight pins with pearl embellishment on tip and hairspray. It only takes a few minutes. Google it. You will pay double or triple for such an easy task through a florist.
Reply:I am having bouquets of 6 roses made for my bridesmaids and am paying $45 each for them.
Reply:I paid $65 for cream roses (approx. 8-10 roses) in my bridesmaid's bouquet, and $125 for mine (all roses....probably about 20).
In total we ordered: 2 bouquets (just me and a MOH), 6 boutonnieres, 4 corsages, 2 candelabra pieces for the church, and rose petals for the tables at the reception and flower girl and paid about $500. Hope that helps!!
Reply:It depends on what time of the year you are planning on. If you are planning on getting roses for the bridesmaids around Valentine's Day expect the price to be considerably high.
If you are planning to do it another time of the year that isn't around any other major holiday (flower prices will go up around the holidays) then I would expect you to pay somewhere around $30-$35. You might be better off doing it yourself if you only want 3 roses for the bridesmaids. Get some fabric/ribbon from a craft store and buy a few dozen roses--you can wrap them up the morning of...it'll save you a lot of money.
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HELP! For a budget wedding (North or South CALI)?
I am 19 years old (bride 2 be) and my fiance is 18 (groom 2 be) we do not have alot of money and need to do a budget wedding in either southern-nothern california (VERY expensive) %26amp; preferraby northern. We need a cheap but nice reception place w/ dance floor. Outside catering allowed. 150 - 200 ppl seating. Nice surrondings for pictures... I also need B/M dresses and affordable floral choices for a bouquet. Suggestions %26amp; Ideas would be great for anyone that has done this before!!! Budget: $1,000 - $3,000. Thanks!
HELP! For a budget wedding (North or South CALI)?
http://www.houseofbrides.com/home.php
for dresses
Reply:I suggest visiting wedding directory such as http://www.weddinglenox.com
Unlike most yellow pages, they have price comparison for the vendors (DJ,videographer, florist, and photographer) you can choose.
You can also try their matching system http://www.weddinglenox.com/f-membersign... that will match you up with local vendors. I tried it and have good result as I only recieved responses from vendors according to my request.
One problem I had with my wedding is that it is hard to locate vendors in most website as most likely they group by states and there are too many of them that's too far from me and I have to look at each site to figure out.
The sites I provide above have a easy to use layout to show you pictures, pricing and location in one page plus, you can send out your inquiry for matching vendor to contact you. That save me lots of time to locate the best vendors with the right price.
Reply:Gosh that's tough...I don't know if that is even possible with that many people. I'm having a hard enough time staying under 5k with 50 people. You may have to rethink some things to stay on a budget that small. Maybe not do a formal reception and do finger foods and punch or something. Try eBay for dresses, rings, and decorations...that's what I'm doing and you'd be surprised how cheap you can get good things for. Congratulations and best of luck.
Reply:there are alot of books on this subject. the one i had: How to Have an Elegant Wedding for $5000 (or Less) : Achieving Beautiful Simplicity Without Mortgaging Your Future ( http://www.amazon.com/Have-Elegant-Weddi... ) there are tons of good ideas in there and i believe there are ones for less of a budget.
the first thing you'll unfortunatly have to do is limit your guest list. i know that sux, but wedding are priced per person. you could also try having a champagne and dessert reception, instead of dinner. in northern cali, try some vineyards--maybe even a wine and cheese reception.
the best advice i can give you is to do much of the work yourself to save money, and have a great time. best of luck.
Reply:you can click here to view some cheap and beautiful wedding dresses.
http://www.weddingo.net
http://www.weddingo.net/weddingdresses.a...
they support custom dress for customer and free shipping.
Reply:Wow, that was our budget 20 years ago and we used our church social hall on a Saturday morning ($100 for the church and the hall). We served a light buffet, tiered wedding cake, punch, no alcohol (except one toast), no dancing. Sorry to burst your bubble, but that's what your budget buys for 100 people.
For the bridesmaids, if you have a friend or family member who sews, you can save a ton of money. With their consent, I chose the fabric and asked my three very differently-shaped bridesmaids (sized 4, 8, %26amp; 20) to choose one dress pattern or three! (I was amazed that they found a simple dress pattern they all liked and it looked great on all of them.) Please don't ask them wear dresses that don't suit them, don't fit perfectly, or that scream "bridesmaid." (My mother made my dress - it was exactly what I wanted and couldn't find in any bridal shop.)
To save more money, the caterer dropped the food and I hired some college student friends to help serve. Another friend sang and another played the organ. (We paid them all, but not much.) Also, we moved the flowers from the sanctuary to the social hall and used the bridesmaids' bouquets there too.
Simple CAN be lovely - and remember it's about the marriage and not the party. You don't want to start the marriage in debt from the wedding.
Good luck.
Reply:You aren't going to have a 150 person wedding for 3,000 anywhere in Cali hon. Even if you served Mcdonalds in the backyard you are looking at $7 a person on just food. You would still need something to eat on and chairs for butts. As much as you might not want to you are going to need to trim your guest list. DIY are the best three letters in your alphabet when trying to keep costs down too. TheKnot.com has plenty of budget friendly tips and project ideas.
Reply:Budget Queen here at your service! First you want to check out some wedding websites like the knot.com. Great place to start looking for a reception spot. See if you can do the ceremony and reception in same spot. House of brides.com is great place for b/m dresses. Also check out jcpenney and sears. Make your own bouquet with silk flowers from Michaels. With a budget like that...personally, I would get married at a park and just have a big family cookout. Save yourself alot of money because the catering alone will take up about 50-75% of your budget. The knot.com also has a budget you can plug numbers into. Start there, it helped me out alot! Good luck and happy planning!
Reply:Go to http://weddingsuppliesunlimited.com for all wedding needs
HELP! For a budget wedding (North or South CALI)?
http://www.houseofbrides.com/home.php
for dresses
Reply:I suggest visiting wedding directory such as http://www.weddinglenox.com
Unlike most yellow pages, they have price comparison for the vendors (DJ,videographer, florist, and photographer) you can choose.
You can also try their matching system http://www.weddinglenox.com/f-membersign... that will match you up with local vendors. I tried it and have good result as I only recieved responses from vendors according to my request.
One problem I had with my wedding is that it is hard to locate vendors in most website as most likely they group by states and there are too many of them that's too far from me and I have to look at each site to figure out.
The sites I provide above have a easy to use layout to show you pictures, pricing and location in one page plus, you can send out your inquiry for matching vendor to contact you. That save me lots of time to locate the best vendors with the right price.
Reply:Gosh that's tough...I don't know if that is even possible with that many people. I'm having a hard enough time staying under 5k with 50 people. You may have to rethink some things to stay on a budget that small. Maybe not do a formal reception and do finger foods and punch or something. Try eBay for dresses, rings, and decorations...that's what I'm doing and you'd be surprised how cheap you can get good things for. Congratulations and best of luck.
Reply:there are alot of books on this subject. the one i had: How to Have an Elegant Wedding for $5000 (or Less) : Achieving Beautiful Simplicity Without Mortgaging Your Future ( http://www.amazon.com/Have-Elegant-Weddi... ) there are tons of good ideas in there and i believe there are ones for less of a budget.
the first thing you'll unfortunatly have to do is limit your guest list. i know that sux, but wedding are priced per person. you could also try having a champagne and dessert reception, instead of dinner. in northern cali, try some vineyards--maybe even a wine and cheese reception.
the best advice i can give you is to do much of the work yourself to save money, and have a great time. best of luck.
Reply:you can click here to view some cheap and beautiful wedding dresses.
http://www.weddingo.net
http://www.weddingo.net/weddingdresses.a...
they support custom dress for customer and free shipping.
Reply:Wow, that was our budget 20 years ago and we used our church social hall on a Saturday morning ($100 for the church and the hall). We served a light buffet, tiered wedding cake, punch, no alcohol (except one toast), no dancing. Sorry to burst your bubble, but that's what your budget buys for 100 people.
For the bridesmaids, if you have a friend or family member who sews, you can save a ton of money. With their consent, I chose the fabric and asked my three very differently-shaped bridesmaids (sized 4, 8, %26amp; 20) to choose one dress pattern or three! (I was amazed that they found a simple dress pattern they all liked and it looked great on all of them.) Please don't ask them wear dresses that don't suit them, don't fit perfectly, or that scream "bridesmaid." (My mother made my dress - it was exactly what I wanted and couldn't find in any bridal shop.)
To save more money, the caterer dropped the food and I hired some college student friends to help serve. Another friend sang and another played the organ. (We paid them all, but not much.) Also, we moved the flowers from the sanctuary to the social hall and used the bridesmaids' bouquets there too.
Simple CAN be lovely - and remember it's about the marriage and not the party. You don't want to start the marriage in debt from the wedding.
Good luck.
Reply:You aren't going to have a 150 person wedding for 3,000 anywhere in Cali hon. Even if you served Mcdonalds in the backyard you are looking at $7 a person on just food. You would still need something to eat on and chairs for butts. As much as you might not want to you are going to need to trim your guest list. DIY are the best three letters in your alphabet when trying to keep costs down too. TheKnot.com has plenty of budget friendly tips and project ideas.
Reply:Budget Queen here at your service! First you want to check out some wedding websites like the knot.com. Great place to start looking for a reception spot. See if you can do the ceremony and reception in same spot. House of brides.com is great place for b/m dresses. Also check out jcpenney and sears. Make your own bouquet with silk flowers from Michaels. With a budget like that...personally, I would get married at a park and just have a big family cookout. Save yourself alot of money because the catering alone will take up about 50-75% of your budget. The knot.com also has a budget you can plug numbers into. Start there, it helped me out alot! Good luck and happy planning!
Reply:Go to http://weddingsuppliesunlimited.com for all wedding needs
Do You HAVE To Have Flowers for the Wedding?
I will not have bridesmaids, or any flower arrangements at church or home. I just will have a small bouquet arranged from my backyard flowers for me. No corsages or anything. I believe it is a waste of $$, and the floral industry charges so much and then off to a honeymoon for 2 weeks in which I would never see floral arrangements that would wilt anyways. You say?
Do You HAVE To Have Flowers for the Wedding?
No, you don't have to have flowers, No one will say your wedding was terrible b/c there were no flowers. You could you hurricane vases filled with sand and a candle as a centerpiece (if you even want a centerpiece) or just use candles. A cheap place to get candles is www.candles4less.com
Reply:Weddings are meant to celebrate the union of two people. Do it how you feel suits you and your future spouse!
Reply:You make a good point. It's your wedding day so do what you want. I don't think it would be a problem to not have flowers... who cares right? I did have flowers at my wedding, but I didnt carry a bouquet, I just carried a single rose - most people were like "WHAT, NO BOUQUET" when I told them, but heck, its my wedding!
Do what you want. I think your day will be perfect for you no matter what... ditch the flowers if you want! Go for it!
Good luck and congrats!
Reply:It's your wedding. Do it the way you want it.
Reply:As long as your happy with it, I think it was a good decision. I also agree that it's a waste of money.
Reply:It's your wedding. Do it the way you want it.
Reply:Being that there's no legal requirement to have flowers, I say do what makes you happiest. I agree that most of the wedding fluffery is a waste of time and money.
Reply:fine with me !what ever you want . flowers die and are a waste of money and I tell my husband no flowers for me for , anniversity , birthday , valentines day or any other holiday
Reply:Great idea. Congratulations. Do what you want.
Reply:No, flowers are most definitely not a legal requirement.
Reply:I'm totally with you! I'm so sick of the notion that I have to do something in my wedding because that's the way it's always been. I had this revelation about corsages and boutonnieres the other night. Who needs them?
Reply:sounds really refreshing, good for you. The wedding industry is a real scam!!
Reply:I'm guessing your FH will love you for this!
If flowers are not a big deal for you, don't bother.
More focus on the wedding and the ceremony.
And, for my daughter's wedding, we got flowers from Kroger. They looked great.
Find Wedding Ceremony Ideas and Add Yours Here
http://www.squidoo.com/weddingceremonyid...
Reply:Hi and congratulations!
NO....you DON'T have to have flowers at all! Personally, I LOVE flowers and would want some.
Here is a thought:
~ Do you have enough backyard flowers for 2 vases (can be bought at a dollar store) for each side of the altar at the church?
I do think that would look nice. OR....do you live by a Walmart or Costco? I buy roses all the time from Walmart...you get 12 for $10! Cheap! I don't know what Costco charges. All the grocery stores with floral departments (and some without!) even sell flowers now. My local grocery store does and I live in a little town!
I do think it would look nice to have something in the church. But, again, YOUR choice.
Also...something inexpensive would be ....what about a small boutonniere for your groom and a small corsage for the "moms"? This is EASY, EASY, EASY to do with silks, which you can make up ahead of time. And with all the upcoming sales at craft stores? Well, again, just an idea. If you got brave enough you could even do them with real flowers (again, from Walmart or a grocery store!) Here is a link showing how to do it:
http://www.save-on-crafts.com/cormakbas....
For everything....2 church arrangements, 1 boutonniere, and 2 corsages....it should be $30 max!
But, again, NO, you don't need anything! Good luck!
Reply:Nope...get creative and try something else-like ribbon bouquets(folded like flowers)
Reply:It is your wedding you can do what you want. I am having a small wedding and a large reception. And I agree that it is a waste of money to have tons of flowers if it is not what you want. I will not be having any flowers at my reception and I think that with the decorations that I will have it will be just as beautiful without spending money on lots of flowers that will just be thrown away once it is over.
Reply:it's your wedding, you do it the way you want. it's your day, noone elses.
Reply:i dont think you NEED flowers for a wedding but its nice to have 1 or 2 boquettes. but that makes alot of sence because 2week honeymoon and you wont get to see them
Reply:Of course you don't have to have flowers at your wedding. You don't have to do anything you don't want to do except sign the marriage license and say "I do."
But if you're only worried about flowers dying and not getting your money's worth, you can use silk flowers and give the bouquets as gifts to the mothers and grandmothers before going on your honeymoon. Flowers just make things look more festive.
Reply:Then don't have flowers. That simple!!! My hubby used to buy me flowers until I told him to stop - they die and I get sad. So for the last to years I get all sorts of little trinkets.
Reply:do whatever makes you happy. You could always substitute flowers with something else. Like my cousin took fish bowls and put floating flower candles in them. They looked cool enough without getting too expensive.
Reply:I say it is your wedding, do what you want! I like the idea of having flowers from your backyard. That sounds beautiful as well and more meaningful than just purchasing them from a store. Enjoy your wedding, congrats and good luck!
Reply:of course you do not need flowers at your wedding silly.. whatever you want!
Reply:it is your wedding. If you don't want to have flowers, it is fine. It is your wedding day, do whatever makes you happy.
Reply:flowers make it classy if you dont want a classy wedding then dont take flowers
its a good gesture that you are a civilized person
Do You HAVE To Have Flowers for the Wedding?
No, you don't have to have flowers, No one will say your wedding was terrible b/c there were no flowers. You could you hurricane vases filled with sand and a candle as a centerpiece (if you even want a centerpiece) or just use candles. A cheap place to get candles is www.candles4less.com
Reply:Weddings are meant to celebrate the union of two people. Do it how you feel suits you and your future spouse!
Reply:You make a good point. It's your wedding day so do what you want. I don't think it would be a problem to not have flowers... who cares right? I did have flowers at my wedding, but I didnt carry a bouquet, I just carried a single rose - most people were like "WHAT, NO BOUQUET" when I told them, but heck, its my wedding!
Do what you want. I think your day will be perfect for you no matter what... ditch the flowers if you want! Go for it!
Good luck and congrats!
Reply:It's your wedding. Do it the way you want it.
Reply:As long as your happy with it, I think it was a good decision. I also agree that it's a waste of money.
Reply:It's your wedding. Do it the way you want it.
Reply:Being that there's no legal requirement to have flowers, I say do what makes you happiest. I agree that most of the wedding fluffery is a waste of time and money.
Reply:fine with me !what ever you want . flowers die and are a waste of money and I tell my husband no flowers for me for , anniversity , birthday , valentines day or any other holiday
Reply:Great idea. Congratulations. Do what you want.
Reply:No, flowers are most definitely not a legal requirement.
Reply:I'm totally with you! I'm so sick of the notion that I have to do something in my wedding because that's the way it's always been. I had this revelation about corsages and boutonnieres the other night. Who needs them?
Reply:sounds really refreshing, good for you. The wedding industry is a real scam!!
Reply:I'm guessing your FH will love you for this!
If flowers are not a big deal for you, don't bother.
More focus on the wedding and the ceremony.
And, for my daughter's wedding, we got flowers from Kroger. They looked great.
Find Wedding Ceremony Ideas and Add Yours Here
http://www.squidoo.com/weddingceremonyid...
Reply:Hi and congratulations!
NO....you DON'T have to have flowers at all! Personally, I LOVE flowers and would want some.
Here is a thought:
~ Do you have enough backyard flowers for 2 vases (can be bought at a dollar store) for each side of the altar at the church?
I do think that would look nice. OR....do you live by a Walmart or Costco? I buy roses all the time from Walmart...you get 12 for $10! Cheap! I don't know what Costco charges. All the grocery stores with floral departments (and some without!) even sell flowers now. My local grocery store does and I live in a little town!
I do think it would look nice to have something in the church. But, again, YOUR choice.
Also...something inexpensive would be ....what about a small boutonniere for your groom and a small corsage for the "moms"? This is EASY, EASY, EASY to do with silks, which you can make up ahead of time. And with all the upcoming sales at craft stores? Well, again, just an idea. If you got brave enough you could even do them with real flowers (again, from Walmart or a grocery store!) Here is a link showing how to do it:
http://www.save-on-crafts.com/cormakbas....
For everything....2 church arrangements, 1 boutonniere, and 2 corsages....it should be $30 max!
But, again, NO, you don't need anything! Good luck!
Reply:Nope...get creative and try something else-like ribbon bouquets(folded like flowers)
Reply:It is your wedding you can do what you want. I am having a small wedding and a large reception. And I agree that it is a waste of money to have tons of flowers if it is not what you want. I will not be having any flowers at my reception and I think that with the decorations that I will have it will be just as beautiful without spending money on lots of flowers that will just be thrown away once it is over.
Reply:it's your wedding, you do it the way you want. it's your day, noone elses.
Reply:i dont think you NEED flowers for a wedding but its nice to have 1 or 2 boquettes. but that makes alot of sence because 2week honeymoon and you wont get to see them
Reply:Of course you don't have to have flowers at your wedding. You don't have to do anything you don't want to do except sign the marriage license and say "I do."
But if you're only worried about flowers dying and not getting your money's worth, you can use silk flowers and give the bouquets as gifts to the mothers and grandmothers before going on your honeymoon. Flowers just make things look more festive.
Reply:Then don't have flowers. That simple!!! My hubby used to buy me flowers until I told him to stop - they die and I get sad. So for the last to years I get all sorts of little trinkets.
Reply:do whatever makes you happy. You could always substitute flowers with something else. Like my cousin took fish bowls and put floating flower candles in them. They looked cool enough without getting too expensive.
Reply:I say it is your wedding, do what you want! I like the idea of having flowers from your backyard. That sounds beautiful as well and more meaningful than just purchasing them from a store. Enjoy your wedding, congrats and good luck!
Reply:of course you do not need flowers at your wedding silly.. whatever you want!
Reply:it is your wedding. If you don't want to have flowers, it is fine. It is your wedding day, do whatever makes you happy.
Reply:flowers make it classy if you dont want a classy wedding then dont take flowers
its a good gesture that you are a civilized person
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